We all know that we shouldn’t make snap impressions, but the reality is that this is what most people do. All the research data shows that it takes only one tenth of one second to form our first impression of a stranger. This impression is largely based on what we see in a person’s face and significantly affects how we will treat that person and think about them going forward. Professional portraits are an essential part of any modern legitimate business. Corporate headshots and LinkedIn headshots are now a crucial part of professional photography because they are a crucial part a professional business practice. Here’s why you need professional portraits and some tips for getting the best.

You Need to Seem Trustworthy and Competent

There are two things we’re looking for when we make that snap judgment about a person we’re thinking of doing business with. First, we want